A second Republican congressman has joined the race to unseat U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff next year. In a brief announcement on social media Monday, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, R-Jackson, joined fellow GOP Rep. Buddy Carter, R-St. Simons, in the campaign to replace Democrat Ossoff with a Republican. Currently, both of Georgia’s Senate seats are held […]
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Savannah Opens Cooling Centers as Heat Index Hits 115 Degrees
Savannah residents have multiple options to escape dangerous heat conditions today as the National Weather Service warns temperatures could feel like 115 degrees. 🌡️ Why It Matters: Extreme heat can be deadly, especially for children, elderly residents, and people without reliable air conditioning. The city is mobilizing resources to keep people safe during what forecasters […]
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Cyclist Dies After Medical Emergency on Rome Trail
A bike rider died Sunday morning after suffering a medical emergency on the downtown Rome walking trail. What Happened: Emergency crews rushed to the trail behind the Courtyard Rome Riverwalk around 10:43 a.m. after 911 calls reported a cyclist had crashed and stopped breathing.• People nearby started CPR before paramedics arrived• The man died at […]
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Six Flags Over Georgia Offers Access to 40 Parks with 2026 Season Pass
Six Flags Over Georgia will give season pass holders access to more than 40 parks across three countries with its 2026 season pass. The special offer celebrates the first anniversary of the merger between Cedar Fair and Six Flags. The Georgia park announced the limited-time benefit that includes unlimited access to all Six Flags Entertainment […]
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Health Care in Georgia is Abysmal. Do You Care?
Georgians face some of the nation’s worst health care challenges, with the state ranking 48th overall in a new national study examining cost, access and quality of medical services. 🏥 Why It Matters: Nearly half of Georgia adults lack health insurance, and residents struggle to find doctors and hospital beds when they need care most. […]
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Back To School: What’s New in Carroll County Schools This Year?
Carroll County families can cross lunch money off their back-to-school to-do lists. The district will provide free breakfast and lunch to every student starting in the 2025-2026 school year, regardless of family income. 🍎 Why It Matters: This eliminates a significant expense for thousands of families and removes the paperwork hassle of applying for meal […]
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Georgia is Under a Heat Advisory Through Monday Night
A heat advisory remains in effect across dozens of Georgia counties as temperatures climb toward dangerous levels, with heat index values reaching 108 degrees by Monday afternoon. 🌡️ Why It Matters: The combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause heat-related illnesses, especially for children, elderly residents, and anyone working outdoors. This level of heat […]
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Lost Your iPhone On Swallows Creek Road? Towns County Deputies Found It
The Towns County Sheriff’s Office is doing what good neighbors do — trying to reunite a lost iPhone with its owner after finding the device abandoned on Swallows Creek Road. 📱 Why It Matters: If you’ve been frantically searching for your missing iPhone around the Swallows Creek area, deputies might have saved you from retracing […]
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Yes, We Know Summer is Always Hot in Georgia, But You Still Need to Stay Safe
Heat kills more Americans than any other weather event, and Georgia families need to know which loved ones face the greatest danger when temperatures soar. 🌡️ Why It Matters: While everyone suffers in extreme heat, certain groups face life-threatening risks that most people don’t realize. According to the National Weather Service, 39 children died in […]
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Back To School: What’s New at Paulding County Schools This Year?
Two elementary schools in Paulding County will open their doors this year with major expansions designed to handle the district’s growing enrollment. 📚 What’s New: Roberts Elementary now operates with 59 total classrooms after completing a 16-classroom addition that took one year to build. The expansion includes a new multipurpose STEM lab, updated restrooms, staff […]